microcrystal
- noun
- /ˌmaɪkroʊˈkrɪstl/
- Specialized
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microcristal
- The relative intensities of the 1320-cm<sup>-1</sup> D peak and G peak are dependent on the size of any graphitic microcrystals that are present in the film.
- microcrystals are made
Examples
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If you look at the bottom of the screen, the black bit is being expelled by the microcrystal and then the etch reforms itself.
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These sizes of microcrystals begin to stretch the definition of the crystalline phase.
Academic text (1996) -
Although controversial, there is clear evidence that graphitic microcrystals can exist in these films under certain growth conditions or post-deposition treatments 74, 75.
Academic text (1996) -
The probability of producing a photoelectron (which can then excite fluorescence) varies as approximately the fourth power of the atomic number of the atoms within the microcrystals making up the fluorescent screen.
Academic text (1995) -
After clearing this space, where rites and ceremonies for the deceased were performed, Mandolesi's team discovered that the walls were originally covered in a one-inch-thick layer of plaster made from gypsum that contains bright white microcrystals.
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The scientists examined the tiny structures of microcrystals under a powerful microscope to study their properties.
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In the lab, researchers found that microcrystals can enhance the performance of certain electronic devices.
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The jewelry designer incorporated microcrystals into her pieces, adding a sparkling effect that was only visible up close.
How Small
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Surface Forms
Morphology
Etymology
The word microcrystal comes from micro- meaning 'small' and crystal meaning 'a clear, hard piece like a gem', so imagine a tiny gem you need a microscope to see. That is why a microcrystal is a crystal so small it can only be seen with a microscope.